Mehdi Ari, 25, of Orlando died on September 17, 2019, when three armed men broke into his home during an early-morning robbery. His wife was also injured after being pistol-whipped by the attackers.

The suspects — described as three armed men — initially evaded capture. Local law enforcement opened an investigation and appealed to the public for information. The community responded by supporting Mehdi’s family, including a GoFundMe set up to help with funeral costs and to assist his survivors.

Mehdi is remembered as a loving father, husband, and friend; the family’s future was left uncertain after his death. If anyone has information about the home invasion or the three suspects, please share what you know with the investigators handling the case.